One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
A hearty stew featuring tender pork shoulder, sweet potatoes, and smoky paprika, simmered in savory broth. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 80 minutes pairs cubed Pork shoulder, peeled and diced Sweet potatoes, diced Carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cubed Pork shoulder
- 2 cups, peeled and diced Sweet potatoes
- 1 cup, diced Carrots
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 3, minced Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp Dried thyme
- 4 cups Chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) Diced tomatoes
- 1 Bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season cubed pork shoulder with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then brown in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden; set aside.
- Step 2: Add diced onion to the pot and cook for 3 minutes until softened. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp smoked paprika and 1/2 tsp dried thyme, then add 2 cups diced sweet potatoes, 1 cup diced carrots, 4 cups chicken broth, 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice), and 1 bay leaf. Return pork to the pot.
- Step 4: Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 50 minutes, or until pork is tender and sweet potatoes are fork-tender.
- Step 5: Remove bay leaf and discard. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cubed pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Smoky Pork and Sweet Potato Stew?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
